THE NIAGARA RUGBY 7'S TOURNAMENT

Rugby 7’s is quickly becoming a very popular off-shoot of the traditional 15’s game. Certainly the inclusion of seven’s in the Summer Olympics will continue to promote the sport of rugby all over the globe. The Niagara Rugby Club is proud to boast its own Rugby 7’s tournament which coincides just at the end of the Ontario rugby season in early November and just prior to the New York 7’s tournament on American Thanksgiving weekend.

The Niagara Rugby 7’s Tournament is held over multiple days to host a Junior & High School Division for both Boys and Girls on Day One as well as Senior Club & Premier Divisions for both men and women on Day Two.

Make a point of capping your rugby season or preparing for the New York 7’s with a stop at the Niagara Rugby 7’s Tournament. The city of Niagara Falls has a variety of accommodations that offer special tournament rates and there is certainly no shortage of tourist attractions to try during your stay. The tournament is also capped with a reception on the Saturday night for all the players, coaches, and supporters to revel in the tournament’s highlights, gaffs, and stories.

The Niagara Rugby 7s Festival offers teams from far and wide a memorable experience within the confines of Niagara’s bustling sport community. In what is becoming an increasingly popular sport, the Niagara Sport Commission, in partnership with the Niagara Wasps, is proud to showcase this annual display of athletic prowess and energetic atmosphere. The Niagara Rugby 7s Festival is a two-day November offering that brings together athletes from various divisions, various experience levels, and various regions, all looking to take part in this festival-like event. More than just the high-paced action on the pitch, this event looks to celebrate the sport of rugby sevens, highlight not only the impressive talent, but also the sense of camaraderie, sportsmanship, and overall excitement.

Across the province, across the country, and even across the border, the Niagara Rugby 7s Festival continues to strive to become a standout event for the sport and for the Region. Regardless of the experience, the talent, or the location, this Niagara-based event has a spot for your teams. Past divisions have included: Boys High School and Girls High School; Men’s Premier and Women’s Premier; Men’s Club and Women’s Club; and Men’s College/University and Women’s College/University, so whether you want to test your skill against some formidable competition, experience the thrill and excitement of a rugby sevens event, or simply see what this incredible event has to offer, the Niagara Rugby 7s Festival has it all.

About Rugby Sevens

Rugby sevens, as the name suggests, involves teams made up of seven players, as opposed to the traditional 15, and is played across two seven-minute halves. Aside from these critical adjustments, much of the play is kept unchanged from the traditional running, as the athletes look to push the ball forward via crisp lateral or backward passing, determined forward runs, and hard-fought battles for possession. Overall, rugby sevens offers plenty of action, some intense speed and skill, and a number of impressive plays that excite fans like few other sports can.